Hectors Kitchen — Restaurant in Nayarit

Bottom line, don't bother. $150 for 2 horrible cocktails, 1 salad, 2 apps and 1 entree. Ok atmosphere but seriously over hyped. We were wholly disappointed. I simply would not ever go back.

Why no review mentions this is beyond me but it's ultra important!! This place is virtually INACCESSIBLE without a car or golfcart. Uber does not work and there are no taxis. A 1.2mile ride in a Luxury rental or something was $20 and we were lucky to have our Airbnb set that up. We were forced to walk home along a busy road because there are no taxis... People looked at us like we had 3 heads but what choice did we have! Luckily it wasn't dark out and we weren't too far off but the walk on the shoulder isn't great. The security makes you show an ID and makes sure you have an open table reservation, even showing my reservation for 5pm they said that the restaurant wasnt even open. How does your security not know the hours? Also the hours on Google are not the hours on Open Table... I don't get it. Cocktails were 0/5, some of the worst we have had at for the price, an insane rip off. Seriously, don't bother or order 1 before committing $25 to more... Food was maybe a 3/5. Nothing incredible, the beet salad may have been the best thing. Mushroom tamal was bland, crispy shrimp was ok, Arroz main with pork belly was ok but the pork was burnt, not charred but straight up fried to a crisp, Arroz/risotto was Rich and seasoned well Atmosphere: 2/5. Beautiful location overlooking the ocean but expect a lot of "ugly Americans" (I am American) it's part of a beach club which wasn't super clear so there were a ton of kids screaming, owners dogs roaming about the restaurant and no joke, kids playing in the center water feature/fountain of the restaurant like it's a paddling pool, throwing rocks, splashing. Did adult parents reprimand them? NO, they instead had them posing for photos while people are at a nice restaurant eating less than a foot away.. Insane The women's locker room which is the bathroom for the restaurant was missing an entire toilet seat on 1 of...

The most exquisite dining experience in Riviera Nayarit requires venturing outside the luxury resorts to Hector’s Kitchen, a lovely restaurant centrally located in the town of Punta de Mita that combines authentic flavors of Mexico with worldly sophistication. Award-winning Chef Héctor Leyva transforms quality, locally sourced ingredients into distinctly Mexican culinary masterpieces that so very quickly disappear from the plate and, yet, leave lasting satisfaction.

Start your evening with some of Hector’s elegant and refreshing cocktails—we recommend the Mita Fizz and Nayar Tiki. While enjoying our first of several cocktails, we ordered two flavorful appetizers: Kataifi Shrimp, succulent jumbo shrimp wrapped in crunchy pastry drizzled with a sweet pineapple sauce, and Short Rib Rolls which features tasty ribs drenched in curry sauce, topped with cashews and apple and daikon slaw. The varied textures of the tender and crunchy ingredients and the combinations of sweet and savory, create delightful culinary juxtapositions.

Oaxaca, the chef’s home state, is known for its rich culinary traditions and its equally rich, often cocoa-infused, molés. You simply must order at least one signature molé entrée at Hector’s Kitchen; we ordered two: Duck Magret and Pork Belly Confit. The meat was perfectly cooked and served with decadent dark sweet and spicy sauces. The meal ended with a dessert grand finale—Oaxacan Chocolate Mousse—a chocolate shell shaped like a cocoa pod which cracked open to reveal a delicious chocolate and raspberry mousse.

The staff at Hector’s Kitchen was very friendly and the service, prompt and attentive. The restaurant features an open kitchen which enhances your dining experience, allowing you to watch the chef, and his team, work their magic. Chef Héctor Leyva's desire to share his gift for good food is not only seen in the fantastic meals he delivers, but also, in the variety of experiences that Hector's Kitchen offers, including cooking classes and market tours in...

We ended up at Hector's kitchen by accident as one of our favorite spots down the street was reserved for an event. What a pleasant surprise. I am thinking now and comparing the food with Venazu at the W and Hector's Kitchen was a lot more memorable, although Venazu wasn't bad at all for being rated #1 on TripAdvisor...but Hector's win. So what stood out, for me was the Mole Coradito sorry if I'm butchering the name. I have fobia of sweet moles and this one was earthy, savory and peppery. Yummy...along with the tender grilled octopus was a bomb. I tried the Amber Jack catch of the day, the Grilled shrimp curry dish and another bomb dish was the short rib tacos 😅 Not to forget the waiters tequila recommendations were spot on as well. Then he suggested a cocktail for after dinner with espresso shot and some tequila liquor that was easily the best ending to the dinner. Good job, we tried 6-7 of the better restaurants in the area and you guys can easily be one of the top choices 👏👏 About the restaurant, no outdoor seating or a view of any sort but you will remember your dinner there. The restaurant is design well and the kitchen and staff...